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10 Days of Adventure in Colorado Springs

Zeke Joseph

Zeke Joseph

16 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the stunning landscapes and exciting attractions of Colorado Springs, CO. Discover majestic parks, historic sites, and breathtaking mountain views.

Trip to Colorado Springs

Day 1
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$0

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$ 8

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Palmer Park
737-acre wildlife preserve offering hiking, biking & sports fields on a mesa overlooking the city.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
Day 2
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$38

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$ 12

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Park focused on scenic waterfalls & geologic monuments that also has a historic gravesite.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$38
24 - 29 min

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Manitou Springs Penny Arcade
No time set
Free
Day 3
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$63

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$ 8

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Prominent conservation park with 700+ animals known for its big giraffe herd & feeding experiences.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
Day 4
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$30

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$ 16

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Red Rock Canyon Open Space
City preserve with marked walking & biking trails, as well as scenic views of red-rock formations.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Recovered cliff structures dating to 1200 with museum of prehistoric Native American life on-site.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$30
7 - 9 min

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Garden of the Gods Trading Post
Quirky, adobe-style gallery & shop featuring regional art, specialty foods & Native American crafts.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 12

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Seven Bridges Trail
Trail offering moderate hikes on sloping terrain, with bridges over a cascading mountain stream.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

North Cheyenne Cañon Park
Parkland cut out of ancient granite rock, with waterfalls, wildlife sightings & nature programming.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 6
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$58

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$ 12

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Garden of the Gods
Comprising 1,300 acres of sandstone formations, this park offers a visitor center & hiking trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
This historic cave has several tour options, including spelunking, plus a zip line & ropes course.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$58
Day 7
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$0

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$ 8

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site
Scenic park with old-fashioned houses & interpretive guides depicting farm life from 1775 to 1907.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 8
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$0

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 9
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$38

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$ 8

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

65 - 78 min

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Directions

Pikes Peak
14,115-ft. pink granite peak featuring hiking trails with stunning views, climbing & campgrounds.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$38
Day 10
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$38

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$ 8

4239 Gills Mill Ct

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
Well-known mountain popular for picturesque hikes & a steep highway drive with scenic views.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$38

Budget breakdown: $355 In total

Activities & Food:$263
Transport:$92